Oracle HCM Security & Governance HRIS Manager

Oracle Hcm Security & Governance (Hris) Manager

Grant Thornton is seeking a strategic and technically skilled professional to lead the security framework and data governance of our global Human Capital Management (Oracle HCM) ecosystem within the in-house People & Culture HRIS team. This role is critical to enabling efficient operations and safeguarding sensitive employee data across the Grant Thornton organization. This role will be responsible for ensuring business continuity but will also be highly engaged in project-based initiatives, as needed, demonstrating flexibility, adaptability and initiative.

Key Responsibilities

• Security & Compliance Oversight
• Manage role-based access controls, data privacy settings, and audit protocols to ensure compliance with global data protection regulations (GDPR, HIPAA).
• Develop and manage robust access control frameworks; perform segregation of duties (SOD) activities based on analysis findings.
• Safeguard sensitive HR data through effective privacy configurations and audit readiness.
• Management of data retention policies and automations within Oracle HCM.
• Maintain and update all configuration workbooks for Oracle HCM integrations.
• Development of custom roles, organization structures and data security policies
• Document SOPs for all HRIS processes
• Governance Framework Development
• Establish and enforce governance standards for Oracle HCM usage.
• Implement change management protocols, data stewardship practices, and system configuration guidelines.
• Configure automations for archiving and purging data within Oracle to support data retention requirements by jurisdiction.
• Risk Mitigation & Compliance
• Proactively identify and resolve integration failures, security vulnerabilities, and compliance risks.
• Ensure business continuity through strong risk management practices.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Work with other internal teams to support downstream integrations, validations, and compliance with ISQM, ISO, and GDPR standards.
• Collect and retain evidence for all audit-related activities (e.g., access reviews, compliance checks).
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

The base salary range for this position in the firm's Chicago, IL, Downers Grove, IL, Denver, CO and Baltimore, MD offices only is between $120,000 and $180,000 per year.

About Us At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result for our clients and you. Here, we go beyond your expectations of a career in professional services by offering a career path with more : more opportunity, more flexibility, and more support. It's what makes us different, and we think being different makes us better.

In the U.S., Grant Thornton delivers professional services through two specialized entities : Grant Thornton LLP, a licensed, certified public accounting (CPA) firm that provides audit and assurance services ? and Grant Thornton Advisors LLC (not a licensed CPA firm), which exclusively provides non-attest offerings, including tax and advisory services. In 2025, Grant Thornton formed a multinational, multidisciplinary platform with Grant Thornton Ireland. The platform offers a premier Trans-Atlantic advisory and tax practice, as well as independent American and Irish audit practices. With $2.7 billion in revenues and more than 50 offices spanning the U.S., Ireland and other territories, the platform delivers a singular client experience that includes enhanced solutions and capabilities, backed by powerful technologies and a roster of 12,000 quality-driven professionals enjoying exceptional career-growth opportunities and a distinctive cross-border culture. Grant Thornton is part of the Grant Thornton International Limited network, which provides access to its member firms in more than 150 global markets.

About the Team The team you're about to join is ready to help you thrive. Here's how : Whether it's your work location, weekly schedule, or flex time off, we empower you with the options to work in the way that best serves your clients and your life. Consistent with the firm's hybrid work model, this position will require in-person attendance at least two days per week, either at a GT office or client site. Here, you are supported to prioritize your overall well-being through work-life integration options that work best for you and those in your household. We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different and we think that's a good thing. That's why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. See how at www.gt.com / careers When it comes to inclusion, we are committed to doing more than checking boxes. Explore all the ways we're taking action for diversity, equity & inclusion at www.gt.com / careers

Benefits : We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different, and we think that's good thing. That's why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit : https : / / www.grantthornton.com / careers / rewards-and-benefits

Grant Thornton interns are eligible to participate in the firm's medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm's employee assistance program. Interns also receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave and are paid for firm holidays that fall within their internship period.

Grant Thornton seasonal employees are eligible to participate in the firm's medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm's employee assistance program. Seasonal employees may also be eligible to participate in the firm's 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan in accordance with applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements. Seasonal employees receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave.

Grant Thornton employees may be eligible for a discretionary, annual bonus based on individual and firm performance, subject to the terms, conditions and eligibility criteria of the applicable bonus plan or program. Interns and seasonal employees are not eligible for bonus compensation.

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